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Brazil: Expansion of the 3.5 GHz Band for 5G

Beginning September 2, 2024, Anatel will allow 194 additional municipalities to license and activate 5G stations in the 3.5 GHz band. This expansion, part of the Monitoring Group for the Implementation of Solutions for Interference Problems (Gaispi), brings the total number of municipalities with 5G capabilities to 5,002, covering over 94.5% of the population. Key…

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The Bahamas: 5G Deployment Roadmap Unveiled by URCA

The Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (URCA) has taken significant steps toward enabling 5G technology in The Bahamas. The roadmap, currently open for public consultation, outlines the vision and strategy for the rollout of 5G services, aimed at boosting national connectivity and innovation. Initial Consultation and Key Findings In 2023, URCA engaged with stakeholders to…

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Jordan: New Type Approval Regulation

The Telecommunications Regulation Commission (TRC) of Jordan has announced a new Type Approval Regulation, set to take effect on September 15, 2024. This regulation includes several significant updates aimed at enhancing compliance and streamlining the approval process for telecommunications equipment. Key Changes Certificate Validity Period: The validity of certificates has been reduced to 1 year….